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Delaware County

Delaware County, Ohio

Effective Tax Rate

1.64%

Median Annual Tax

$6,896

How Delaware County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Delaware County$6,896
Ohio State Average$2,145
National Average$1,924

Delaware County

1.64%

Effective rate

Ohio Avg

1.18%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$7,152

per year

Without Mortgage

$6,242

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$6,896

Monthly Escrow

$575

Effective Rate

1.64%

vs. Ohio State Average▲ 221.5% above
vs. National Average▲ 156.4% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Delaware County, Ohio?
The effective property tax rate in Delaware County, Ohio is 1.64%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Delaware County?
The median annual property tax payment in Delaware County is $6,896. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,152, while those without a mortgage pay $6,242.
How does Delaware County compare to the Ohio average?
Delaware County's effective tax rate of 1.64% is higher than the Ohio state average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $6,896, compared to the state average of $2,145.
What is the median home value in Delaware County, Ohio?
The median home value in Delaware County, Ohio is $419,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Ohio?
Property taxes in Ohio are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Greene County(OH)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$4,021

Lake County(OH)

Rate1.70%
Median Tax$3,405

Franklin County(OH)

Rate1.55%
Median Tax$4,110

Summit County(OH)

Rate1.54%
Median Tax$3,018
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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